Tampa Bay Rays vs. Detroit Tigers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 25, 2024

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Sep 25, 2024 6:13 AM
The Tampa Bay Rays look to snap their road skid as they face the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday, September 25th at 6:40 PM at Comerica Park. The Rays will aim to even the series after dropping the opener, while the Tigers will try to build on their current lead. With Detroit holding a 3-1 edge in their regular season series, Tampa Bay will need to bring their A-game to secure a crucial win.
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Rays vs Tigers starting pitchers

  • Keider Montero for Detroit Tigers
  • Zack Littell for Tampa Bay Rays

Rays vs Tigers statistics

Stat Rays Tigers
Hits 1204 (27th) 1235 (24th)
Batting Average .231 (27th) .234 (24th)
Runs Batted In 551 (29th) 638 (18th)
Runs 590 (29th) 662 (19th)
Home Runs 145 (Tied-27th) 159 (Tied-23rd)
Walks 482 (13th) 456 (Tied-22nd)
Stolen Bases 178 (4th) 76 (26th)
Strikeouts 1447 (6th) 1415 (9th)
Pitches 23227 (11th) 23027 (15th)

Detroit Tigers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/24/24 vs Tampa Bay Rays W 2-1
9/22/24 @ Baltimore Orioles W 4-3
9/21/24 @ Baltimore Orioles W 6-4 F/10
9/20/24 @ Baltimore Orioles L 7-1
9/18/24 @ Kansas City Royals W 4-2

Tampa Bay Rays recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/24/24 @ Detroit Tigers L 2-1
9/22/24 vs Toronto Blue Jays W 4-3
9/21/24 vs Toronto Blue Jays W 3-2
9/20/24 vs Toronto Blue Jays W 1-0
9/19/24 vs Boston Red Sox W 2-0

Rays vs Tigers predictions

Looking ahead to the Tampa Bay Rays' next game against the Detroit Tigers, a few Rays' players are worth keeping an eye on. For starters, Yandy Diaz has been a consistent performer this season, and given his knack for reaching base and driving in runs, he’s expected to make a solid impact. On the pitching side, Zack Littell is on the mound and considering his decent ERA and WHIP this season, it’s fair to predict he’ll deliver a strong performance. Also, look out for Brandon Lowe, who with his power-hitting capabilities, could likely add a home run or at least a few vital RBIs to his tally in this matchup.

For the Detroit Tigers, Riley Greene stands out as a pivotal player for the game. With his team-leading batting average and home run count, Greene seems ready to add some crucial runs. On the pitching front, Keider Montero, despite a rougher season stats-wise compared to Littell, can't be underestimated. His ability to strike out opponents could come into play, setting the stage for a potentially thrilling pitchers' duel. Additionally, Kerry Carpenter's projections suggest he might contribute with a few timely hits, adding depth to the Tigers' offense.

Considering the dynamics and player projections on both sides, this game promises to be tightly contested. The Tigers hold a slight home advantage and have had a steadier season, so they might just edge out a win in a close game. However, with Littell looking strong on the mound for the Rays and key players like Diaz and Lowe poised to make significant contributions, don't be surprised if the Rays manage to break their road slide with a crucial victory. It’s set to be an engaging game, with the potential to swing either way depending on performances from the key players highlighted.

Detroit Tigers injuries

  • Angel De Jesus (RP): Out
  • Alex Faedo (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Brendan White (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Anthony Bemboom (C): Day-To-Day
  • Javier Baez (SS): 60-Day-IL

Tampa Bay Rays injuries

  • Jacob Waguespack (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Shane McClanahan (SP): 60-Day-IL
  • Pete Fairbanks (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Jeffrey Springs (SP): 15-Day-IL

Rays vs Tigers game info

Venue Comerica Park
Location Detroit, Michigan
First pitch Wed 6:40 PM
Temperature 74°
Chance of Rain 32%

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